It's no secret to anyone living west of the Mississippi that we are in a major drought and have been for years. Which means using less water is a priority.
For those with lawns, shrubbery, and flower gardens, this is both a burden and a challenge. The good news is that there is a viable option.
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[This article was first published here in October 2021 and has been revised and updated.]
Vast regions of the American West are in a drought and water has become a critical concern. And California, the hardest hit, also has the largest demand.
For California residents, as well as other states in the West, conserving water is far more than a smart thing to do. It has become a survival issue for many.
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Regardless of whether your home is located in a region suffering from drought or too much rain, having a low-water lawn is a smart move for homeowners.
No matter where you live, it makes good economic and environmental sense to use a little water on your outdoor spaces as possible.
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Nothing soothes and relaxes quite like the rippling sound of water. And you can create this outdoor ambience with a green and water-wise water feature.
In a time of wide-ranging drought, the idea of an outdoor water feature may seem a bit odd or even irresponsible. But low water use technology and designs can make it possible and can add to your home's aesthetic appeal.
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Yard cleanup and yard waste disposal can be a pain. But with a green, low-water, drought-resistant yard your cleanup is minimal - as is your yard waste.
And you'll be helping the planet and yourself by reducing your water usage, minimizing the use of fertilizers and pesticides, and mowing.
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The drought conditions in the US have not improved and water restrictions are looming, which is why having a low water yard is more important than ever.
Oftentimes this means removing some or most of your lawn and existing plants so they can be replaced with hardscape elements and low water grasses and shrubs. And that can mean a large amount of yard waste to get rid of.
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Almost a third of the country is in a drought and heat waves continue. Not surprisingly, yard waste removal is not likely to be high on anyone's list.
Yet people still have lawns and homeowners still want to keep things looking nice - if they can.
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It's not news to anyone living west of the Mississippi - we're in the midst of a historic drought throughout most of the western United States.
Many homeowners are making the shift to drought resistant lawns and even no lawns. All of which means re-landscaping and yard waste removal.
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